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Photo of Sunrise of Beverly Hills
77 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
10
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I think the staff is great very friendly. I see the same people all the time and I like them so that's great. The room size is good very good and the amenities I believe were good ones. Minor thought was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Step into a Sunrise Assisted Living community and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping....
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88 Photos available
9.5
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82 reviews
9.5
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82 reviews
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I've been a resident for 2 plus years and I'm impressed with the upgrades to property, the hiring of the right people, quality of the food and recreational activities. The population has grown due to a...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Function and convenience meet to create a senior suite living experience unlike any other - welcome home to Studio Royale. Perfectly situated On The Westside, our community places residents in the midst of life's necessities. Enjoy the close proximity of shopping and dining options to Studio...
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Photo of Crescent Landing at Garden Grove Memory Care
2424 Photos available
9.1
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66 reviews
9.1
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66 reviews
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The grounds were always well kept the staff was outstanding my mother was always clean and well taken care of. She loved the food, they had Christmas dinners, Thanksgiving dinner, we had barbecues on the...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The only residential care facilities to be built with a uniquely designed floor plan for those with Alzheimer's disease and memory impairment. Each center extends over two acres of land and offers extensive walking paths, park-like rose gardens and sunny patios for the residents enjoyment. The...
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Photo of Solheim Senior Community
1010 Photos available
8.0
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23 reviews
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We worked for over 8 months to find the right continuing care community for my mom. The staff at Solheim were patient and caring and worked closely with us to help her make the difficult decision to move...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Solheim, as a continuing care retirement community, provides care as needed. The four levels are: Residential Assisted Living Special Care (for those with Alzheimer's disease or other cognitive impairments) and Skilled Nursing. Basic services include but are not limited to the following...
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77 Photos available
9.6
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56 reviews
9.6
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First, staff is attentive to all residents and staff communicate with each other on updates of residents. The reason we chose Regency that it has more of a homey feel. It has only two floors. Most residents...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Located on Oak Knoll Avenue, a beautiful tree-lined residential street between Cordova and Del Mar, Regency Park Oak Knoll exemplifies the best in retirement living for seniors. Our goal is to provide a positive setting with an emphasis on quality of life, activity and socialization. One of Oak...
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1919 Photos available
9.3
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115 reviews
9.3
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I think it's important that residents have frequent visitors, here or at any facility. Staff have mostly been very attentive and kind. Amazing, as this has to be a difficult job! It seems like the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Palmcrest Grand is a private retirement and Assisted Living Residence, as well as a separate newly renovated Memory Care Community. It is spacious, modern, licensed and offers a complete range of facilities that provide for the necessities and pleasure which make life comfortable and exciting....
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Photo of Hollenbeck Palms, a CCRC
3939 Photos available
9.2
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13 reviews
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Hollenbeck Palms provided movers. This made the move easier. A move to a CCRC is a big change. My adaptive nature has helped me adjust. With meals being provided, this is practically no maintenance. Love...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A Retirement Oasis Since 1890Hollenbeck Palms, set in a garden campus of eight and a half acres, is the premier retirement destination for seniors living in the Greater Los Angeles area. For over a hundred and thirty years, Hollenbeck has catered to the residential living, assisted living,...
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Photo of Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles
2121 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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One of the nicer facilities in the area, clean, safe, and helpful staff. The resident needs to be comfortable with the other residents predominantly being Japanese and Japanese speaking. They accept everyone...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles is a long-established senior community that aims to be a paradise for Japanese seniors. Boasting a luxurious, full-service retirement community, Sakura Gardens serves residents in Independent Living, Assisted Living, as well as Memory Care. Our grounds consist of a...
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Photo of Whittier Place Senior Living
1111 Photos available
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50 reviews
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I found the place to be nice cheery and clean. The staff was nice and friendly. The place had a very nice court yard for people to walk around in. I loved the court yard. The food was good for the most part...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Step into Whittier Place Senior Living and you can't help but feel at home. We stop at nothing to make your experience warm and inviting, from our homelike exterior architecture, to our comfortable community areas and choice of suites to our exceptional outdoor gardens and landscaping. Sit in...
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Photo of Highland Manor Assisted Living
2626 Photos available
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What I like about the food is it taste very good it's made fresh daily and its different menu's everyday. The food is delicious to me.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Highland Manor Assisted Living - Board and Care is a distinguished senior living community nestled in Los Angeles County. As an approved Residential Care Facility participating in the Assisted Living Waiver Program, we proudly extend our services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries, ensuring access to...
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Photo of Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls
66 Photos available
8.6
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71 reviews
8.6
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71 reviews
5 star
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This is such a beautiful community, with such an amazing staff. I am very satisfied with Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls. Great food Great staff Such an amazing place I highly recommend Bay Towers at Bixby...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bixby Knolls Towers is located in Long Beach, California and has the perfect outdoor setting for any senior who wants a relaxing environment, filled with wildlife sounds, large trees, and green grass. Residents can take a stroll through our spacious yard, enjoying the beauty that our assisted...
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Photo of Brittany House
1010 Photos available
9.0
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19 reviews
9.0
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19 reviews
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Embarking on life's journey, Brittany House is your destination for compassionate care. Our innovative approach seamlessly combines the comforts of retirement living with the specialized support of skilled nursing, specifically tailored for those with Alzheimer's and related dementias. Our...
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Photo of Brookdale Central Whittier
77 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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88 reviews
9.3
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88 reviews
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My husband was staying at the facility for a month while I was out of the country. I didn’t worry about him at all, because I knew he had been taking care of all times. Thumbs up staying. Thanks all the...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Embrace Your Golden YearsSeniors of Whittier, California who are looking for an assisted living community with safe, comprehensive care and a wonderfully diverse calendar full of enriching activities and programs need look no further. Here you can immerse yourself in beautifully-decorated...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Cerritos
55 Photos available
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We had an amazing experience at Ivy Park at Cerritos. The only thing regrettable was that mom was too sick by the time she got there. She was only there for six weeks. The staff were well trained and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care
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8.5
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42 reviews
8.5
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42 reviews
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My experience with Posada has been wonderful. The staff is not only kind and compassionate but also highly skilled. They treat every resident with dignity and respect, creating a warm and welcoming...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At La Posada Whittier we encourage and support independence while offering assisted living in Whittier California with services personalized to meet individual needs. We believe that our residents deserve the very best personalized care possible.Lively, fun and full of surprises are how...
Photo of Lakewood Gardens
55 Photos available
8.2
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57 reviews
8.2
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57 reviews
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It's an older facility, could use some refresh/updates but we were happy with her care. I thought the gentleman who assisted us with getting her on Scan from Kaiser to save her money was a god send.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Lakewood Gardens specializes in caring for individuals with Alzheimer's and other related Dementias by providing your loved one with a safe and cheerful environment designed to ensure their comfort. Tenderness and compassion along with specialized assistance and supervision are provided 24-hours...
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Photo of Regent Villa Retirement Home
66 Photos available
8.0
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22 reviews
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22 reviews
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My loved one was previously a resident at Regent Villa Retirement Home and the overall experience was good. I would recommend Regent Villa Retirement Home to others. However, The water heater and the air...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Regent Villa Retirement HomeRegent Villa Retirement Home in Long Beach, CA is a quiet, peaceful assisted living community. The community features balconies that allow you to enjoy the view of the surrounding greenery. The neighborhood itself offers plenty of fun and activities while still...
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Photo of The Grandview
11 Photo available
8.0
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The Grandview community has fit our brothers needs to a T, it has been such a great experience. We would recommend this community to other families as long as it fit their loved ones needs and wishes.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Grand View Retirement Home is a Licensed Assisted Living Community, promoting independence, maximizing choices and maintaining dignity. We at Grand View Retirement focus on Assisting Senior Adults with activities of daily living based on their needs and preferences, as well as providing...
Photo of Lakewood Park Manor
1212 Photos available
8.5
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131 reviews
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131 reviews
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Lakewood Park Manor truly cares about its residents. From the warm, attentive staff to the great food and fun events, I knew this was the perfect place for my parents. Highly recommend for people who want...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Lakewood Park Manor is a fully licensed independent and assisted living facility. Situated in Downey, we feature first class accommodations and personalized service packages created for each resident. Our services include assistance with dressing, personal hygiene, medication administration, more...
Photo of Oakmont of Whittier
1111 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
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They are all very friendly. They are a little pricey but they are still very nice. We picked this community, because my loved one liked the community. It feels like the food takes longer to get, but the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Oakmont of Whittier is a premier senior community conveniently located in the heart of Whittier California. Here, a rewarding lifestyle promotes independence which is enhanced by comprehensive support tailored to suit your needs.Oakmont Senior Living is a recognized leader in the retirement...
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Photo of Brittany House
1313 Photos available
8.0
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From the time I walked in the door, greeted by very nice, very welcoming staff. I was impressed. Very clean and I can tell they take great care of the residents/patients here. If you are looking for your...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
NEWLY REMODELEDActivCare at Brittany House specializes in quality residential memory care for those with Alzheimer's or related dementias. Through all stages of the disease--from early to mid to end stages and hospice--ActivCare can adapt to the resident's changing needs. We provide continuity of...
Photo of Brookdale Uptown Whittier
1717 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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always smiles & helpful. they always find me for my meds. The nurse is very helpful & follows up. dinner time is too early for me by ~ 2 hrs. Lunch is my only meal and is fine but I make a snack in the...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
When you turned 70, did your passions fade? We didn’t think so. Family. Hobbies. Travel. If anything, age strengthens those interests. But as you get older, you sometimes need a little help. At our Assisted Living community in Whittier, California, just southeast of Los Angeles, you’ll have...
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We are very happy with our choice of VDM for mom. The staff is very caring and always seems to be on top of things. Right now her care needs are on the low side but, if her needs increase, we are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Vista Del Mar is a warm and inviting retirement community with the best in assisted living in Long Beach. Our large corner campus affords us the luxury of providing many hotel-like amenities for our residents and their families. Our resident accommodations are the most spacious of any in the...
Photo of Promise Assisted Living LLC
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My mother is having an amazing time at this facility. They are very clean, the food is amazing and we truly enjoying having our mother at this facility.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We promise a comfortable, beautiful and luscious living. Welcome to a world where your utter satisfaction is our major goal. We are not just people promising to bring to you a wonderful life but we also make sure that you witness the bright light of the dawn. Here at Promise Assisted Living,...
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Downey Retirement offered me peace of mind. I knew [name removed] was being cared for with people that cared for and also knew about the disease of Dementia/ALZHEIMER'S. I felt [name removed] was in the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Downey Retirement Center is located near shops, banks and restaurants. The Stonewood Mall is only blocks away. Hospital and Dr.'s medical buildings are within walking distance. Persons interested in learning more about Downey Retirement Center can call for a private, personal tour of our lovely...
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Cost of nursing homes in South Gate, CA

The average cost of senior living in South Gate is $4,977 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gardena, CA with an average of $4,909 per month.

Nursing homes costs in South Gate, CA, vs. nearby cities

South Gate, CA
$4,977/mo
$4,977/mo
$4,948/mo

Nursing homes costs in South Gate, CA, vs. state and national averages

South Gate, CA
$4,977/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Nursing homes costs in South Gate, CA, vs. other senior living options

$4,929/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,977/mo

Nursing homes costs in South Gate, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,807/mo
Studio
$4,702/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,419/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,883/mo

Senior living costs in South Gate vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: South Gate, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Gate, CACaliforniaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,977/mo$5,249/mo$4,761/mo
Assisted Living$4,105/mo$4,287/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$4,929/mo$5,249/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living$4,327/mo$4,434/mo$3,951/mo
Nursing Homes
South Gate, CA:$4,977/mo
California:$5,249/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Assisted Living
South Gate, CA:$4,105/mo
California:$4,287/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
South Gate, CA:$4,929/mo
California:$5,249/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Independent Living
South Gate, CA:$4,327/mo
California:$4,434/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
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What families are saying about nursing homes in South Gate

Recent reviews for nursing homes in South Gate

Leisure Vale Assisted Living in Glendale, CA

5.0
Facility seems a good place for [name removed], well organized and staff are accommodating.

Westminster Terrace Senior Living

5.0
It's been a much better experience than I thought. Mom has been happy with the food, activities, and staff. Yes, I'd absolutely recommend to others.

Brookdale Ocean House in Santa Monica, CA

4.2
The community is sometimes short on staff. The Executive Director always has an open door to discuss things with anybody. They have activities available for the residents and some include: bridge, blackjack, mahjong and more for the residents.

South Gate nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Gate nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Gate, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in South Gate nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in South Gate that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Gate, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
36%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.7%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
62.7%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
62.7%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
61.3%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
22.7%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Gate nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of South Gate Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Gate, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.3%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Gate nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of South Gate partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Gate, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.7%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.3%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.7%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in South Gate nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of South Gate communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Gate, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.7%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.7%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
17.3%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Gate nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in South Gate offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Gate, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
26.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.7%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
22.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
17.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Beverly Hills, Rowntree Gardens and Studio Royale by Cogir are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near South Gate, California. See full list of communities.

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